Ben Platt Mourns Devastating Family Loss: 'We Will Love You Forever'
Broadway singer is mourning a devastating family loss in the wake of his dog George's untimely death.
On Saturday, May 10, the Dear Evan Hansen star took to Instagram with a heartbreaking update and a touching tribute honoring his pet.
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"We had to say goodbye to George way too early yesterday," Platt began his solemn update. "He was named for the titular artist in 𝑆𝑢𝑛𝑑𝑎𝑦 𝑖𝑛 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑃𝑎𝑟𝑘 𝑤𝑖𝑡ℎ 𝐺𝑒𝑜𝑟𝑔𝑒 because he was born with tiny pointillistic dots on his nose. He was my first baby and even though we only got 4 years with him, we came to love and depend on him very deeply."
The Pitch Perfect actor continued, "George saved me a million times and he brought unbridled joy to every single person he encountered. He was the happiest and most loving boy I could ever imagine. He loved people more than anything, especially babies and children."
In conclusion, Platt, 31, who is married to The Good Doctor actor , wrote, "I guess he was an angel too perfect and special to be here for long. Waking up without him today feels surreal and awful. We will love you forever and ever Georgie, you created our first little family. Thank you for making us so happy. 💔🪽."
In the comments, fans and fellow celebrities showered the son of theater producer Marc Platt with words of support.
wrote, "😞sending lots of love."
shared, "The softest, sweetest to ever exist 🩵."
Ben's brother, Henry Platt, commented, "The best boy in the world. thankful I got to be his uncle!! Love you."
Meanwhile, another fan wrote, "So so devastating. I'm so sorry. Love you both ❤️."
Yet another lamented, "Oh Ben & Noah. I'm so sorry. Sending love, light and hugs to both of you 💖💖💖💫💞✨✨✨✨🙏."
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